The Gunners take on Burnley at Emirates Stadium in the FA Cup.
You can find out more about their opponents below:
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Manager: Sean Dyche
Club colours: Claret shirt, blue shorts and white socks
Nickname: The Clarets
Three facts about Burnley:
Olivier Giroud has scored nine goals in his last 13 FA Cup appearances for Arsenal.
Arsenal have won their last five FA Cup ties against Burnley, scoring 16 and conceding just once. The one goal Burnley did score was in their biggest FA Cup loss since 1896 (Burnley 1-7 Arsenal, 20/02/1937).
Burnley have progressed past the fourth round on five of the last six occasions, though they've not reached the fifth round since 2011.
Olivier Giroud has scored nine goals in his last 13 FA Cup appearances for Arsenal.
Arsenal have won their last five FA Cup ties against Burnley, scoring 16 and conceding just once. The one goal Burnley did score was in their biggest FA Cup loss since 1896 (Burnley 1-7 Arsenal, 20/02/1937).
Burnley have progressed past the fourth round on five of the last six occasions, though they've not reached the fifth round since 2011.
Star man: Joey Barton
The controversial midfielder is a bundle of energy and knows how to distribute a pass. The former QPR, Manchester City and Newcastle United player will be the man Arsenal need to watch.
The controversial midfielder is a bundle of energy and knows how to distribute a pass. The former QPR, Manchester City and Newcastle United player will be the man Arsenal need to watch.
Arsenal return to FA Cup action to face Championship side Burnley. Here is how the Pain in the Arsenal staff predicts the proceedings will unfold.
With another clump of fixtures and a lot of momentum needed to turn their sloppy form around, Arsenal have to face Burnley in a match that should have popped up at the perfect time. Here is what the Pain in the Arsenal staff thinks will happen.
Finn: Arsenal 2-1 Burnley
The Gunners are coming off an unlucky, yet poor performance from last weekend against the Blues. Burnley are a very different team from Chelsea, in the second division of English football and fighting for a return ticket to the Premier League.
Arsenal seem to be poor against the big teams, but Burnley seem like a great matchup to get back on form.
Jabari: Arsenal 2-0 Burnley
My prediction accuracy has certainly taken a nose dive in the last few weeks but I’m predicting another victory. It will be good to see some familiar faces like Francis Coquelin and Alexis back in action, as well as Elneny’s debut. I predict a morale boosting Arsenal victory.
Thomas: Arsenal 2-1 Burnley
Arsenal will win at home against Burnley on Saturday. A good performance is due for the Gunners, and Arsene’s men will secure entrance into the fifth round of the FA Cup. Some relatively surprising names will make their way onto the scoresheet, as Arsenal will defeat Burnley tomorrow 2-1.
Josh: Arsenal 2-0 Burnley
This just has to happen. There is no way that the Gunners could possibly lose this match. With Alexis back and ready to start and with Mertesacker (hopefully) not playing, Arsenal will be shored up at some problem areas. Now all we need is Coquelin back and fully fit and this team is back in business.
Look for Giroud to be a bully. I incorrectly predict goals for him rather frequently, but I’m more confident in him scoring this match. Now watch him not even play.
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